राष्ट्रीय प्रजनन एवं बाल स्वास्थ्य अनुसंधान संस्थान
National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health
Contact person: Dr. Deepti Tandon/ Dr. Anushree Patil
Email Id: tandond[at]nirrch[dot]res[dot]in /patila[at]nirrch[dot]res[dot]in
Telephone number:+(91-22) 24192030/24111634
Clinic timings: Once in three months (planned appointments)
Specialized Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Clinic is recently initiated and is held once in every three months at the infertility clinic of ICMR National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, Parel, Mumbai. It is multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to addressing Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). This clinic, brings together a team of specialized experts to comprehensively assess and manage women diagnosed with POI.
The clinic is staffed by a team of distinguished specialists, each contributing their expertise to ensure a holistic approach to POI management. The core team includes Dr. Deepti Tandon and Dr. Anushree Patil, both Gynecologists, Dr. Raheesh Ravindrum, a Clinical Immunologist, Dr. Shailesh Pandey, a Genetic Expert, Dr. Bhenki, an IVF Expert and Dr Shaini Joseph Basic Scientist. The team is further supported by Mrs. Anamika Akule and Mrs Shobha Bange.
Together, we aim to address the unique challenges faced by women with POI, with a particular focus on immunological, genetic, and fertility-related aspects of the condition. The primary objectives of the clinic include a comprehensive evaluation of clinical features in women diagnosed with POI. This includes an in-depth analysis of age at diagnosis, menstrual history,estrogen deficiency symptoms at presentation, and associated comorbidities. The clinic also strives to identify the prevalence and types of common genetic mutations and autoimmune disorders among women with POI.
In addition to the medical assessments, the clinic recognizes the importance of understanding the psychological effects of POI in women. Special attention is given to exploring the emotional and mental well-being of patients, recognizing the impact of the diagnosis on their overall quality of life.
Furthermore, the clinic conducts research to investigate how genetic mutations, autoimmune disorders, and psychological effects collectively influence the quality of life of women with POI. The specialized POI clinic at ICMR National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health is committed to advancing the understanding and management of this condition, providing hope and comprehensive care to women facing premature ovarian insufficiency
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